Job Details

Patient Coordinator / Technologist Assistant

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Position Type: Full-time

Pay Type: Hourly

Pay Rate: $29.00 - $32.00 per hour

Reports To: Director, Mobile PET Solutions

Job Overview

The Technologist Assistant/Patient Coordinator reports to the Technologist with whom they are staffed. The duties of the Assistant/Coordinator are supervised by the Director of Operations.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Greeting, transporting and screening patients in preparation for exam; assisting patient transfer to and from mobile coach, on and off scan table and dismissal upon exam completion
• Obtains accurate patient history and explains total exam process to patient; as directed, assist in administering preliminary and post exam instructions and answering questions related to the exam procedure
• As directed by technologist, interacts with site staff to obtain paperwork and supplies as needed. Additionally, may be asked to deliver paperwork to radiologist and/or admin staff post scan to ensure timely availability
• As directed by technologist, assistant may obtain blood glucose level and set an IV
• As directed, assist technologist with data entry for patient data sheet, Biodose, end of day reports and supply ordering
• Interaction with managers, registration clerk, directors and radiologist as needed for effective communication
• Submission of paperwork to client indicated
• Cleans unit and prepares for transport as directed

Job Requirements Skills Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Minimum 6 months-1 year of related experience and/or training in a clinical setting; phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification required upon hire or must be obtained within one (1) year of hire. Certification must be completed on the employee's own time and at their expense
• Current American Heart Association (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Fully vaccinated and up to date with all required immunizations, including COVID-19.
• Willing and able to drive, up to 2 hours away. Mileage and travel time are compensated.

Physical and Intellectual Requirements

Manual dexterity for manipulating small items; regularly lift at least 50 pounds throughout each shift and to be able to lift 75 pounds on occasion. Able to handle standing, walking and sitting for 4+ hours with limited rest intervals; good eye-hand coordination; fair eyesight (with or without correction lenses); normal hearing in at least one ear (hearing range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz); ability to analyze situations, set priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced and dynamic environment; effective organizational skills; a commitment to continuous learning; an ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.